Back Pain Physiotherapist In Red Hill

Back pain is an extremely common condition with 85% of the population prompted to seek back pain treatment and rehabilitation at some stage in life.

The causes of back pain are many and varied but include:-

Heavy manual tasks such as lifting, pushing and pulling

Repetitive and awkward tasks

Prolonged above shoulder-height work

Postural factors, particularly prolonged and slump sitting.

There are also many sensitive structures in our back, each capable of causing pain. Spinal pain problems include:-

Joint strains – spinal joints and rib attachments

Muscle tightness and spasm

Ligament Strains

Spinal disc irritation and prolapse>

Poor core stability (weakness of the spinal stabilizing muscles)

Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) problems

Nerve root involvement (results in referred pain).

Back Pain Treatment

Correct diagnosis is paramount in order to determine which structures are responsible for the pain and, therefore, what back pain treatment is most appropriate. At your first back pain treatment, our physiotherapist will determine the cause of your pain, clearly explain what back pain treatment is required, and advise as to how you can hasten your recovery and minimize recurrence.

Our back pain treatment includes-:

Mobilizations and mobilizations with movement to reduce stiffness and restore correct joint motion.

Soft tissue massage, trigger point therapy, dry needling and muscle releases to relieve pain and improve flexibility and blood flow to the tissues.

Core stability programmes to improve muscular support and protection for the spine. This is integral to minimizing recurrence of your pain.